The Gold Coast of Australia offers something for everyone. Beachfront areas not only offer a vast selection of accommodation options, but also have numerous attractions. Expand your visit in the territory and see the beautiful outlying regions. Learn about the history of the Gold Coast by stopping at some of the Heritage sites.

The Beaches
Millions visit Australia’s Gold Coast annually and spend a great deal of time at one of three beach areas. Enjoy swimming and sunbathing or snorkelling, deep-sea fishing and whale watching along with a host of other water sports at Main Beach, Broadbeach or Surfer’s Paradise. Guests find numerous waterfront activities that include arcades, shopping centres and a wide selection of bars, pubs and nightclubs along with 24-hour restaurants.

Watch the myriad of street performers or arrive in time for one of the many annual festivals. The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre has a continual line-up of live performance concerts. Visit an art gallery. Take the kids to Sea World or to one of many different theme parks. The options of things to do along the beaches remain endless.

The HinterlandFind a car hire on the Gold Coast and head just 30 minutes from the beaches to this scenic area. Experience stunning panoramic coastal views or explore the wine country, which features a number of boutique wineries around Tamborine Mountain. The agricultural region also offers a wide selection of locally grown produce and a brewery. Attractions here also span everything from art galleries to restaurants.

Lamington National Park appeals to outdoor enthusiasts looking for picturesque scenery. Here stand ages old beech tree forests that serve as a habitat for a long list of wildlife species. Venture to one or more of the local lookouts or hike to any of the numerous waterfalls that include the popular Purlingbrook Falls. Stop by the unique geological formation known as the Natural Bridge and enjoy a refreshing dip in the Waringa Pool. Take a nighttime tour of the region and journey to a local cave where glow-worms offer an amazing display.

Historical Sites
Established in 1910, the Historic Rivermill processed arrowroot. Today, the facility houses a museum filled with Australian artefacts and an array of farming machinery. Surfing fans often take the time to stop at Surf World Gold Coast. The venue offers a look at the history of the sport in the country along with the evolution of equipment spanning from the 1930s to the present day.

Encounter wildlife face-to-face at the David Fleay Wildlife Park that serves as home to a number of endangered species. The park has breeding, educational and research programs that encourage the proliferation of these animals. Enjoy a pleasant walk through a rainforest atmosphere while seeing a variety of species that include cassowaries and tree kangaroos.